WHP provides information on Electronic Logging Devices

The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) recognizes the implementation of the new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Rule has created some confusion and concern. The FMCSA has relayed that they are reviewing all states concerns at the national level and will be providing additional guidance. The WHP will continue to prioritize education and training over enforcement...

Winter conditions continue into the weekend

Travelers will experience wind, snow, ice and fog in many areas of northern, central and eastern Wyoming through Friday because of an artic front that's moving in.  The artic front is expected to move into the state Friday into Saturday with snow starting in the northern parts of the state as early as Thursday. Strong and gusty winds will develop int central, south central and southeastern parts of...

Winter weather continues in Wyoming this week

Wyoming will continue to see snowfall in different parts of the state this week. Travelers will see snow, wind and colder temperatures throughout the state on Monday. Scattered light to moderate snow will be seen in the western, northern and southern mountains, information from DayWeather indicated. Periods of heavy snow will be seen through late afternoon in the Snowy and Sierra Madre mountains in...

North Federal project public meeting Feb. 21 in Riverton

Citizens are invited to attend a Feb. 21 public meeting concerning the upcoming $13.96 million North Federal Boulevard highway improvement project in Riverton. The public meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Riverton City Hall. Project construction is scheduled to begin, weather permitting, on Monday, March 5. Prime contact S&S Builders, LLC of Gillette and its All-Wyoming Construction...

Teton Pass closes Monday, Feb. 5 for avalanche control

The Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of Teton Pass for 3 a.m. Monday Feb. 5 for avalanche control. Reduced visibility, winter driving conditions, and increasing avalanche hazard may force an earlier closure. No overnight parking at the summit of Teton Pass will be strictly enforced. Highway travelers and backcountry users are advised to plan accordingly.